6.How to Steal: Within 2 seconds after the words READY appear on the screen, you can press the Y (Steal) button to attempt a steal. Press the B (Run) button rapidly to steal a base. You will automatically be charged a strike. Remember, however, that a "suicide squeeze", or stealing home, will always result in an out in this game.
7.How to Bunt: Within 2 seconds after the words READY appear on the screen, press the X (Bunt) button to attempt a bunt. You will automatically make contact with the ball, but the computer will determine if you are safe or out. Then press the B (Run) button as quickly as possible to run to 1st base after the bunt.
8.How to Play Defense: When you on defense, you are only responsible for pitching. Press different areas of the directional button to to pitch the ball 3 different ways.
Press Down to pitch a Straight Ball
Press Left to pitch a Left Curve Ball
Press Right to pitch a Right Curve Ball
The speed at which the pitch is sent to the hitter is dependent upon the number of times you press the selected pitch button. Press the pitch button as fast as you can and blow pitches by your opponent. Vary the speed to keep your opponent off balance.
NOTE: Although it appears as if the 1st, 2nd and 3rd baseman are not touching the bases, if they have the ball, your player will be called out if he makes a play for their base.
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